Fujirumors's hosting of Rico Pfirstinger's X30 First Look article is a breath of fresh air in an often-stale Expert Corner. One thing about the article puzzles me, though. That is Rico's use of the word retro.
“The X30 is currently Fujifilm’s most advanced camera, combining premium build with retro elements and a flexible and mature user interface. But is it worth 549 Euros incl. VAT? With X-M1 double-lens kits already selling for 100 Euros less than that, I expect the street price of the X30 to adjust downwards rather sooner than later. Yes, it’s a fantastic camera with great handling and performance, but it’s still a compact camera with a 2/3″ sensor. The IQ is great, but at higher ISOs, it can’t match Fuji’s entry-level APS-C cameras. That said, if the price is right, the X30 is a clear buy for those who are looking for a compact camera for grown-ups that doesn’t look and handle like a toy, but like something more substantial.”
As far as I can see, the only thing retro about the X30 is its belonging to the X series, which uses dials for certain controls. Anyway, good read.
Fuji Rumors: First Look: Fujifilm X30